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2023-05-17 15:59:54 UTC - HELPFUL
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According to the Texas Penal Code, spitting on police is a third degree felony that carries a penalty of up to 10 years in prison. Pearson was initially arrested for beating his then-girlfriend, and was charged with two types of assaults and violation of a protective order. ksat.com/news/local/2023/04/14/texas-man-sentenced-to-70-years-in-prison-for-spitting-on-police-officers-reports-sa
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